In its first year, the Javits Juniors Scholarship Program provided $5,000 college scholarships to high school students from Manhattan's West Side who submitted essays with ideas on how to improve the quality of life in their community. Two UASDC scholars were awarded this scholarship.
In its second year, the Javits Juniors Scholarship Program provided five $5,000 college scholarships to high schools students. Supported by the Marian B. and Jacob K. Three UASDC scholars were awarded this scholarship.